The top 5

August 19, 2009 | Print

Five Truths about Preschool

In a few weeks, we slide from summer into preschool. As we sort through closets for school clothes, we remember how school days look and feel, and our lessons from last year. Here are the top five:

1. Late doesn’t mean hurry up. If we rush preschoolers in the morning, they cry or complain and we’re more late.

2. Still, some days there’s no time for eggs and toast. A banana on the way counts.

3. Kids pick out their outfits. Even if they don’t match and the shirt’s on backwards. We make sure they’re warm enough.

4. It doesn’t matter what other parents think. If our child’s wearing crazy clothes or hollering at drop off, we’re all doing the best we can.

5. Take it slow. Patience during the “Mommy don’t go!” mornings, and letting the kids adjust to school before trying ballet or T-ball. Depending on their personality, for three and four year olds just school can be plenty.

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